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LAU Joins International Scientific Forum

LAU, through its School of Engineering, recently joined the Open Quantum Institute, an initiative hosted by the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN), born at the Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator (GESDA), and supported by UBS.  As Lebanon’s sole representative, LAU will collaborate with international partners, including BMW Group, Idealworks, InMind .ai, and the University of Franche-Comté to help promote inclusive access to quantum computing and the development of applications to be leveraged for the UN 2023 SDGs.

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New Tomorrow’s Leaders Scholars Welcomed at LAU

A total of 62 new scholars from Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, the West Bank/Gaza and Yemen have settled into the U.S.-Middle East Partnership Initiative Tomorrow’s Leaders Program (MEPI-TL) at LAU. Comprising undergraduates (TLU), graduates (TLG) and gender scholars (TLS), the new cohort was introduced to the specific requirements of the scholarship and the means of supporting them to maximize their university experience.

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LAU Partners with Colombia to Promote Mental Wellness

On August 29, LAU’s Department of Psychology and Education signed an MOU with the Embassy of the Republic of Colombia to advance initiatives in psychology that benefit the Colombian community. Through this partnership, the department will organize educational activities to raise awareness about the importance of psychology, mental health and healthy living habits, in addition to psychological counseling and emotional support sessions for Colombian nationals.

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LAU Partners With LEC

On August 19, LAU signed an MOU with the Lebanese Executives Council (LEC), an independent private-sector-led body that aims to promote professional and social relations among its members across different sectors and countries. The MOU was signed in the presence of former Minister of Information Manal Abdel Samad on the Beirut campus. Under this agreement, LAU and LEC will collaborate toward their shared professional objectives through a commitment to quality higher education, investment in human capital, and creation of opportunities.

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New Partnership to Enhance Healthcare

On July 23, LAU’s Academy of Continuing Education (ACE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Partners and Beyond, a management consulting firm offering a range of professional services, in the presence of Dr. Firass Abiad, caretaker minister of Public Health, on the Beirut campus. Under this agreement, ACE and Partners and Beyond will conduct specialized programs and courses for healthcare professionals on management and leadership development, digital transformation, and project management in healthcare.

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SOE Joins Engineering Schools Network for Sustainability

The LAU School of Engineering has joined the Mediterranean Network of Engineering and Management School, a global, non-profit, membership-driven organization dedicated to improving engineering and management education and addressing sustainability-related issues in the Mediterranean region. Recognized by UNESCO, the 150+ member network across 23 countries offers a unique forum for information and debate on innovation and best practices. Its activities include workshops and seminars, research programs and projects, and students’ cultural events.

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Fiscal Policy in Lebanon

The Center for Policy Analysis and the IMF co-organized a panel discussion titled Spotlight on Fiscal Policy to address Lebanon’s fiscal challenges and propose sustainable economic recovery strategies. Notable experts examined current fiscal policies and proposed reforms to adopt a medium-term fiscal strategy consistent with debt sustainability, enhance revenue generation, and improve public financial management. Dr. Leila Dagher, assistant to the president for Public Policy, stressed the importance of continued dialogue and collaboration among all stakeholders to achieve sustainable economic recovery. 

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The Intisar Foundation Steps Up for LAU, Again

The Intisar Foundation has made a generous donation to LAU’s Arab Institute for Women (AiW) to address the psychological trauma and violence experienced by Arab women using drama therapy. Founded by Kuwaiti philanthropist and member of the LAU Board of Trustees HE Sheikha Intisar AlSabah, the NGO will collaborate with the AiW on actionable research, advocacy and policy change focusing on women, peace and mental health. 

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LAUIH Partners With Techvitis

The LAU Industrial Hub (LAUIH) and Techvitis, a technology services group, have signed a partnership agreement that aims to offer LAU students professional experience and international exposure while providing state-of-the-art, cost-effective solutions to clients. The initiative underscores LAUIH’s commitment to ensuring valuable, paid learning opportunities for students, and Techvitis’ extensive experience in product advisory, software development, and technology services, to promote innovative projects and excellence in client delivery.

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LAU and the Lebanese Armed Forces Strive for National Welfare

Building on their existing partnerships, a new agreement between LAU and the Lebanese Armed Forces—under the auspices of the Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC)—paves the way for consolidating efforts to serve the Lebanese community. This strategic collaboration leverages LAU’s academic knowledge, research, expertise and resources across various fields to initiate impactful and sustainable community development projects and uplift the quality of life for all Lebanese citizens.

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